Meet Buttercup. This coastal classic 3 bedroom, 3 full bathrooms, and 1 half bathroom beach house is located in the most sought after area of WaterColor, Florida, known as Phase One. WaterColor is a stunning 500-acre community, tucked between the Gulf of Mexico and a coastal dune lake, framed by a longleaf pine forest. Phase One homes are nestled near popular attractions including the tennis center, WaterColor's popular Beach Club, the Boat House on Western Lake, the WaterColor Inn & Resort, championship golf courses, world-class shopping, multiple swimming pools, and of course. .. the beach! Walk over with the family or ride your bike to the town center, which is filled with quaint shops, decadent dining options, and plenty of places to bike and explore. Take a stroll from your home to the sugar-white sands of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, which are world-famous. Locals will tell you that Phase One of WaterColor is steeped in southern hospitality, history, and charm. Buttercup has it all, a prime corner location, privacy, spacious bedrooms, large porches for lounging outdoors, lush coastal landscaping, and beautiful views. The home has a large gathering kitchen for entertaining and cooking, complete with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. The home has heart of pine wood flooring throughout, extensive trim, and Southern-style transom features. After mealtime, step outdoors to entertain your guests on one of the many porches, including a full dining porch, on the first floor. Adjacent to the kitchen, a spacious family room will beckon your guests to sit and share stories of their day at the beach or gather to watch a ballgame or play a favorite board game. After a fun day along the seashore, return home to relax, before taking off on a bike ride to explore the WaterColor community or meet friends for a cocktail to toast the sunset. Need some quiet time? Head to the second-floor living room, which is equipped with a seating area and large kitchenette that includes a small refrigerator, sink, and cabinetry. Buttercup has it's own carport to keep your vehicles and golf cart with storage shed. Offered furnished with some exclusions. Are you ready to start making beach memories with your family and friends? Call now to schedule a showing of Buttercup, today.
Single-familyProperty Type
2002Year Built
$947Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
8 spacesParking
Listed by Brian at the Beach LoCicero• Keller Williams Realty Destin
Listed by Andrew LoCicero• Keller Williams Realty Destin
Bought with Bradley Smith• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Meet Buttercup. This coastal classic 3 bedroom, 3 full bathrooms, and 1 half bathroom beach house is located in the most sought after area of WaterColor, Florida, known as Phase One. WaterColor is a stunning 500-acre community, tucked between the Gulf of Mexico and a coastal dune lake, framed by a longleaf pine forest. Phase One homes are nestled near popular attractions including the tennis center, WaterColor's popular Beach Club, the Boat House on Western Lake, the WaterColor Inn & Resort, championship golf courses, world-class shopping, multiple swimming pools, and of course...the beach! Walk over with the family or ride your bike to the town center, which is filled with quaint shops, decadent dining options, and plenty of places to bike and explore.
ECAR #601743
Jun 20, 2014
Sold
$1,190,000
$428/sq ft
Jun 20, 2014
Sold
$1,190,000
$428/sq ft
Jul 30, 2013
Listed
$1,345,000
$484/sq ft
NAMLS #534907
Mar 28, 2013
Listing Removed
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Mar 31, 2010
Listed
$1,490,000
$536/sq ft
Mar 31, 2010
Listed
$1,490,000
$536/sq ft
NAMLS #520726
Aug 4, 2009
Listing Removed
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Jul 22, 2009
Listed
$1,495,000
$538/sq ft
Jul 22, 2009
Listed
$1,495,000
$538/sq ft
NAMLS #486460
Mar 31, 2008
Sold
$1,180,000
$424/sq ft
Mar 31, 2008
Sold
$1,180,000
$424/sq ft
Feb 18, 2008
Listed
$1,395,000
$502/sq ft
Feb 18, 2008
Listed
$1,395,000
$502/sq ft
NAMLS #467500
Feb 15, 2008
Listing Removed
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Jun 15, 2007
Listed
$1,395,000
$502/sq ft
Jun 15, 2007
Listed
$1,395,000
$502/sq ft
NAMLS #432420
Jun 10, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jun 2, 2006
Listed
$1,799,999
$647/sq ft
Jun 2, 2006
Listed
$1,799,999
$647/sq ft
NAMLS #394655
Jun 2, 2006
Listing Removed
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Jun 10, 2005
Listed
$2,474,000
$890/sq ft
Jun 10, 2005
Listed
$2,474,000
$890/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 10, 2002
Sold
$915,000
$329/sq ft
ECAR #326319
Aug 8, 2001
Listed
$950,000
$342/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,190 (+2.9%)
2024
$19,619 (+4.3%)
2023
$18,807 (+20.5%)
2022
$15,606 (+19.3%)
2021
$13,084 (+3.0%)
$598,108 + $753,556
$1,351,664
2020
$12,707 (+2.9%)
$547,193 + $725,792
$1,272,985
2019
$12,347 (+2.4%)
$531,256 + $711,997
$1,243,253
2018
$12,062 (+0.9%)
$515,782 + $693,948
$1,209,730
2017
$11,960 (+0.7%)
$500,760 + $705,953
$1,206,713
2016
$11,878 (+1.9%)
$481,500 + $705,615
$1,187,115
2015
$11,653 (+8.6%)
$450,000 + $696,500
$1,146,500
2014
$10,734
Tax history for 143 Buttercup St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,190 (+2.9%)
2024
$19,619 (+4.3%)
2023
$18,807 (+20.5%)
2022
$15,606 (+19.3%)
2021
$13,084 (+3.0%)
$598,108 + $753,556
$1,351,664
2020
$12,707 (+2.9%)
$547,193 + $725,792
$1,272,985
2019
$12,347 (+2.4%)
$531,256 + $711,997
$1,243,253
2018
$12,062 (+0.9%)
$515,782 + $693,948
$1,209,730
2017
$11,960 (+0.7%)
$500,760 + $705,953
$1,206,713
2016
$11,878 (+1.9%)
$481,500 + $705,615
$1,187,115
2015
$11,653 (+8.6%)
$450,000 + $696,500
$1,146,500
2014
$10,734
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
4 ft.
Lot depth
10 ft.
Lot size
4,400 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
2,780
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
153S19254000000180
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
CC
Coastal Center District
This district is primarily residential, allowing medium residential densities and supporting uses. All development is required to be connected to a public water and sewer system.